Parks Heavy Equipment Operator

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC)•Prior Lake, MN

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Operates landscaping and construction heavy equipment; ensuring landscaping and snow removal projects are completed to provide a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment for community members and businesses. This role involves operating heavy equipment for landscaping, snow removal, and operational functions, as well as performing maintenance and repairs on equipment and community infrastructure.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED.
Two years' experience operating commercial landscaping and heavy construction equipment.
Two years' experience in landscape construction and maintenance.
Ability to work in a wide range of climate temperatures, including excessive heat and/or subzero temperatures.
Proficiency in maintaining safety while handling potential fumes, chemicals, odors, and/or noise.
Has the physical abilities to perform the required job duties with or without accommodations.
Capacity to handle and lift up to 75 lbs. as needed.
Ability to move in a variety of motions including bending, squatting, crawling, kneeling, twisting, pulling, and/or pushing.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL Driver's License (preferred) - training provided by SMSC within 1 year of hire

Responsibilities

Operates all heavy landscaping and construction equipment for large-scale landscaping, snow removal, and operational functions.
Mows, plants, fertilizes and irrigates all landscaping areas (seasonal).
Maintains all community parks including the maintenance and repair of equipment.
Removes snow and ice from walks and driveways (seasonal).
Assists with the pickup and removal of trash.
Completes maintenance and repairs of asphalt on community streets as well as roadside cleanup.
Maintains street signs.
Performs outdoor striping of parking lots, garages, and roadways; including laying out new or re-striped areas and removing lines using equipment, as needed.
Performs preventative maintenance inspections and ensures safety devices are in working order on heavy equipment.
Responds to complaints of stray or dangerous animals; and assists in recovery of animals.
Performs work for special events (e.g., Pow Wow, cultural camp, etc.) to include grounds maintenance, garbage control, pest control and vendor set up/tear down.
Assists other departments in special projects.